Should I drink black turtle bean water everyday to lose weight and have better skin, as suggested by some? (Ngoc, 20)
Answer:
Black turtle beans can help cool and cleanse the body, brighten up the skin, and prevent constipations. However, it is not recommended to drink black turtle bean water too often, since it may negatively affect the metabolism.
Black turtle beans contain a huge amount of phytates, which interfere with the absorption of iron, zinc, bronze, and phosphorus into the body. Because of that, drinking black turtle bean water with the aim to lose weight may lead to tiredness and a lack of nutrients.
Black turtle beans can help cool and cleanse the body, brighten up the skin, and prevent constipations.
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Many people add ginger to black turtle bean water for it to taste better; however, ginger may cause ulcer or pain in the gastric mucosa. The combination of black turtle bean water and ginger may cause insomnia as well, so it is not recommended to drink it in the evening.
The proportion of protein in black turtle beans is even higher than that in chicken. Hence, the elderly, children, and those that have a weak digestive system may struggle consuming the food and suffer from dyspepsia or stomachache.
People who have kidney problems should not consume black turtle beans either, as they may make the situation worse. The recommended amount of black turtle bean water for these people to consume is between 100 to 250 milliliters a time, two to three times a week.
Always remember that the best and safest way to lose weight is to follow healthy diet plans and exercise regularly.
Answer:
Black turtle beans can help cool and cleanse the body, brighten up the skin, and prevent constipations. However, it is not recommended to drink black turtle bean water too often, since it may negatively affect the metabolism.
Black turtle beans contain a huge amount of phytates, which interfere with the absorption of iron, zinc, bronze, and phosphorus into the body. Because of that, drinking black turtle bean water with the aim to lose weight may lead to tiredness and a lack of nutrients.
Black turtle beans can help cool and cleanse the body, brighten up the skin, and prevent constipations.
Photo illustration by Freepik
Many people add ginger to black turtle bean water for it to taste better; however, ginger may cause ulcer or pain in the gastric mucosa. The combination of black turtle bean water and ginger may cause insomnia as well, so it is not recommended to drink it in the evening.
The proportion of protein in black turtle beans is even higher than that in chicken. Hence, the elderly, children, and those that have a weak digestive system may struggle consuming the food and suffer from dyspepsia or stomachache.
People who have kidney problems should not consume black turtle beans either, as they may make the situation worse. The recommended amount of black turtle bean water for these people to consume is between 100 to 250 milliliters a time, two to three times a week.
Always remember that the best and safest way to lose weight is to follow healthy diet plans and exercise regularly.
By Dr. Bui Dac Sang
Hanoi Oriental Medicine Association
Hanoi Oriental Medicine Association